Slim and Tone With Kettlebells

It's no wonder kettlebells get such a ringing endorsement from the pros: They're better-body multitaskers, zapping calories while sculpting sexy muscle tone. Try the moves created exclusively for SELF by Sarah Lurie, founder of Iron Core Kettlebell Strength and Conditioning in San Diego.

You'll need A 10- to 15-pound kettlebell ($24.99 and up; GoFit.net). Switch to a heavier one as you get stronger.

The plan Do three sets of the indicated reps of each move three times a week on nonconsecutive days.

Overhead Press

Works: WORKS SHOULDERS, ARMS, ABS, BUTT, LEGS

Stand with feet hip-width apart, a kettlebell in right hand, elbow bent, with ball of kettlebell resting on back of right forearm at right shoulder. Press right arm straight overhead (as shown). Bend elbow, returning kettlebell to right shoulder, for 1 rep. Do 5 reps. Switch sides; repeat.

Tactical Lunge

Works: WORKS ABS, BUTT, LEGS

Stand with feet hip-width apart, a kettlebell in both hands in front of you, arms down. Step left leg back into a lunge, releasing right hand; pass kettlebell under right leg from left hand to right (as shown), then return to start. Repeat on opposite side for 1 rep. Do 5 reps.

One-Arm Swing

Works: WORKS SHOULDERS, ARMS, BACK, ABS, BUTT, LEGS

Stand with feet slightly wider than hip-width apart, a kettlebell on floor between feet. Squat and grab kettlebell handle with right hand, left hand at side. In a fluid motion, lift kettlebell and swing it back between legs, then forward and up to shoulder level, snapping hips and shifting weight to heels as you rise to stand, lifting left arm out to side (as shown). Release, swinging kettlebell back between legs, for 1 rep. Do 5 reps. Switch sides; repeat.

Swing-Catch-Squat

Works: WORKS SHOULDERS, BACK, ABS, BUTT, LEGS

Stand with feet slightly wider than hip-width apart, kettlebell on floor between feet. Squat and grab handle with both hands, palms down; swing kettlebell back between legs, then forward as you snap hips and rise to stand. When kettlebell reaches shoulder level, release handle, catching horns, elbows bent, then squat (as shown). Stand, changing grip so hands are on top of handle, arms down, for 1 rep. Do 10 reps.